Definitions

Question 1

Drug

Answer 1

Any substance (with the exception of food and water) which, when taken into the body, alter’s the body’s function either physically and/or psychologically.

Question 2

Alcohol

Answer 2

A colourless intoxicating liquid substance that is made from fermented starches and contains chemical ethyl alcohol (ethanol).

Question 3

Stimulant

Answer 3

A drug that increases the body’s state of arousal by increasing the activity of the brain.

Question 4

Depressant

Answer 4

A drug that decreases alertness by slowing down the activity of the brain and central nervous system.

Question 5

Hallucinogens

Answer 5

A drug that after perception and cause hallucinations such as seeing or hearing something that’s not there.

Question 6

BAC

Answer 6

Blood Alcohol Concentration. The amount of alcohol in your bloodstream.

Question 7

Standard Drink

Answer 7

A drink that contains a minimum of 10 grams of alcohol.